Vale Vets, Portishead, Portishead, South West

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time, Flexible

Salary up to £60,000 FTE DOE

Join us a Vale Vets, a well-established, progressive small animal veterinary hospital in Portishead, supported by additional branches in Clevedon and Pill. As the town’s only veterinary hospital, the practice delivers 24/7 care and holds Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Tier 3 status, offering a varied caseload within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Team: Vets and qualified nurses with 24/7 nursing support
Certificate holders: ECC, Medicine, Ophthalmology (+ studying Exotics & Cardiology)
Facilities: Laparoscopy, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital & dental x-ray, in-house lab
Caseload: Mix of consultations and surgery, from routine to complex
Setup: Main hospital + 2 branch practices (consults & routine procedures)

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 

How You’ll Make a Difference 

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. 

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you. 

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality clinical care across a varied caseload of consultations and surgical procedures
Provide excellent client communication and maintain strong client relationships
Work collaboratively with a supportive team of vets and qualified nurses
Contribute to case continuity within a 24/7 hospital setting
Engage with a diverse caseload across the main hospital and branch practices

Working Pattern:

Full-time, 36 hours per week across 4 days
1 night on-call (OOH) per week
1 full weekend in 5 with time off in lieu (1.25 days)

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring: 

A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS 
Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases 
Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues 
A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development 
Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively 

How We’ll Support You 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from: 

Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles 
Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet 
Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks 
Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities 
A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement 

What We Offer Our Team 

6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays 
Private medical insurance 
Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
Retail discounts and cashback offers
Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets